Largo Police Chief Mike Loux will retire Jan. 28, 2027 after a 35-year career and will remain chief while the city runs a recruitment for his successor.

Related Group plans a 24‑story mixed‑use tower at South Parker and West Kennedy to launch downtown Tampa’s Riverwalk District on the west bank of the Hillsborough River.

Reserved seating and hospitality packages for Tampa’s Gasparilla 2027 are on sale now. Early-bird pricing runs through Dec. 31, 2026.

Wauchula police say two local businesses were targeted in a phone-and-email credit‑card scam that left owners covering thousands in chargebacks and lost goods.

A proposed St. Pete Beach ordinance would require permits for photo shoots, yoga classes and other organized beach uses and ban foam coolers, bikes and fireworks. Local vendors warn it could cost business.

The state education department wants districts to explicitly include AI in internet‑safety policies. A State Board workshop is scheduled for June 22 to begin drafting rules.

Demolition crews started at Grove Manor as Lake Wales moves to replace aging public housing with 210 affordable units funded by federal tax credits and local support.

Tampa climbs into the mid‑90s today with heat‑index readings topping 100°F. Storm chances increase midweek; keep water and shade on your radar.

A man in his early 40s died after a hit‑and‑run near N. Armenia Ave and E. Hamilton Ave; Tampa Police are asking witnesses to call 813‑231‑6130.

Mid-90s and muggy today with heat indexes near 100. Showers and storms become more likely midweek.

Neighbors in Dundee reported Argentine tegu lizards roaming yards; officials warn of risks to pets and native wildlife. FWC asks residents to report sightings.

Tampa heads into mid‑90s heat this weekend with heat indexes near 100°F. Storm chances return and rise midweek.

Tampa climbs into the low 90s Friday with weekend highs into the mid‑90s and heat‑index readings near the upper 90s. Storm chances stay low through Saturday before rising early next week.